Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 2:32PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 4, 2026 - 1:32pm
Expires:
July 4, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 231 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles east of Bear Canyon, moving northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail, along with
heavy rainfall.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of north central Otero
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet; East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet
Forcast Office:
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Sender: